Press Mechanic

Job Summary:
The Press Mechanic is responsible for the mechanical setup, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of the facility's printing presses — primarily Komori offset presses and flexographic lines — and related converting/finishing equipment. This is a hands-on "working" position focused on keeping presses running at full capacity: diagnosing and correcting mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues, performing preventive maintenance, and supporting fast, accurate changeovers to minimize downtime. The ideal candidate has direct Komori press experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and a working knowledge of print quality, and partners closely with press operators and maintenance staff to keep production on schedule.

Additional Information:
PLI is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. PLI does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws.

Essential Job Functions:
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

• Set up, adjust, mechanically maintain, and repair Komori offset presses, including feeder and delivery systems, gripper and transfer mechanisms, plate and blanket cylinders, inking/dampening systems, and impression settings.
• Set up, maintain, and repair flexographic presses and related web-handling, tension, and registration systems.
• Diagnose and correct mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic problems affecting press performance and print quality.
• Perform preventive maintenance on all presses, including inspection and replacement of rollers, bearings, gears, belts, drives, and related components.
• Support press changeovers, plate and blanket changes, and setup to maintain consistent registration, ink/water balance, tension, and impression while minimizing downtime.
• Troubleshoot registration, print-defect, and quality issues with a mechanical root cause, in coordination with press operators.
• Read and interpret mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic prints and schematics.
• Operate mills, lathes, welders, and other shop equipment to fabricate or repair press components as needed.
• Utilize PMXpert software to generate work orders, order parts, and document PMs and repairs.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used.
• Perform these and other duties as assigned by supervisor or other appropriate management personnel.

Qualifications:

• Direct hands-on experience maintaining and repairing Komori offset presses is required; flexographic press experience strongly preferred.
• 5-6 years minimum mechanical maintenance experience in a printing, manufacturing, or industrial setting.
• 2-4 years technical degree in mechanical technology, electronics, or a related field preferred; equivalent hands-on press experience considered.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, with the ability to troubleshoot and repair presses, drives, pneumatics, and web-handling systems.
• Working knowledge of print quality, registration, ink/water balance, and press operation.
• Ability to understand and utilize test equipment such as VOMs, current clamps, oscilloscopes, and other diagnostic devices.
• Ability to operate mills, lathes, welders, and other equipment preferred.
• Good computer, math, and reading skills; must be able to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Must be flexible and able to work any shift, sometimes at short notice.
• Detail-oriented, good organizational skills, and able to multitask.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to operate a forklift, pallet jacks, scissor, and boom lifts.